Long Creek at Rhyne NC
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina on the Long Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 0214291555, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
19 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
AT THIS STAGE WATER WILL COVER PARTS OF THE GOLF COURSE AND WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD HOMES ALONG THE CREEK.
11 ft
SOME ROADS AND STREETS IN THE GOLF COURSE AREA WILL FLOOD AT THIS LEVEL. THERE IS NO DAMAGE TO BUILDINGS OR HOMES AT THIS LEVEL.
8 ft
AN 8 FT CREST RESULTED IN A CREST OF 7 FT AT LONN7 (AS 11 FT)
5.5 ft
HIGH RESERVOIR LEVELS AT CWAN7 (102.00) AND RELEASES CAUSED A 5.5 FT JUMP AT GAGE SITE DUE TO BACKWATER.
3.5 ft
3.5 INCHES OF RAIN IN 3 HOURS CAUSED A 6 ft RISE INA DROUGHT
2.06 ft
2.06 IN 3 HOUR WILL CAUSE A 6 FT RISE.
1.5 ft
AVERAGE BASIN RAIN OF 1.50 IN 3 HOURS WILL TAKE CREEK TO 5.5 FT.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2008 | 12.27 ft | 4,670 cfs |
| Aug 27, 2008 | 12.27 ft | 4,670 cfs |
| May 21, 2003 | 12.04 ft | 3,570 cfs |
| May 21, 2003 | 12.04 ft | 3,570 cfs |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 11.44 ft | 3,080 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LRYN7
River
Long Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.3006°N, 80.9728°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Long Creek at Rhyne NC?
The Long Creek at Rhyne NC gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214291555) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Long Creek at Rhyne NC?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Long Creek at Rhyne NC is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
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Where is the Long Creek at Rhyne NC gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.3006°N, 80.9728°W. USGS site number: 0214291555. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey